Grammar: 💡 Effective Word Choice & Style - Advanced (C1) - Lesson 3: Identifying & Using Euphemisms & Dysphemisms appropriately

Vocabulary: Nuance & Connotation C1 Lesson 3: Euphemisms & Dysphemisms What you will learn: By the end of this lesson, you will be able to identify, understand, and use euphemisms (to soften language) and dysphemisms (to harshen language). Indirect Language: Saying More Than Words At an advanced level, word choice is about tone and impact. Euphemisms and dysphemisms are two powerful ways to use indirect language to show your attitude. Euphemism (Making it sound better) 😊 A mild or polite phrase used instead of one that might be embarrassing or blunt. We use them to be polite. Dysphemism (Making it sound worse) 😠 A harsh, negative, or offensive term used instead of a neutral one. We use them to show contempt or to be insulting. Common Euphemisms died → passed away "Her grandfather passed away peacefully last year." fired from a job → let go / laid off "Due to budget cuts, several employees were let go ." old person → senior citizen / elderly "Discounts are available f…